EPISODE · Jul 15, 2016 · 49 MIN
Using a Strengths-Based Biopsychosocial Approach to Addressing Addictions and Personality Disorders
from Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes · host Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
The behaviors of someone in active addiction are very similar to those of a person with a personality disorder. Both people developed these behaviors as a way to survive. Treatment involves understanding the function of the behaviors, identifying alternate ways to meet those needs and helping the client individualize interventions to make them the most effective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The behaviors of someone in active addiction are very similar to those of a person with a personality disorder. Both people developed these behaviors as a way to survive. Treatment involves understanding the function of the behaviors, identifying alternate ways to meet those needs and helping the client individualize interventions to make them the most effective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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